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Since the turn of the twentieth century, global exhibitions, conventions and fairs have been playgrounds for the worlds’ wealthiest, most powerful and most creative individuals giving them a chance to mingle, interact, exchange ideas and showcase their achievements and innovations. Nations with the world’s largest economies often play host to a variety of exhibitions and conventions each year. Not only do these large-scale events create networking and partnership amongst the top brains of each country but also boost the host nation’s tourism and bring in investments of value. Dubai, considered the centre of all economic activities in the Middle East holds a large number of such global events every year. In 1979, the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DICEC) was built at the Dubai World Trade Centre to increase the country’s capacity to organize major global exhibitions, conventions and festivals. Declared open by the late H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the then Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and ruler of Dubai, the DICEC is today, the world’s number one destination for all major exhibitions and conferences. Covering an enormous space of 33,000 square metres, the DICEC consists of four giant halls catering to large audiences as well as many other smaller, multi-purpose exhibition halls. The Sheikh Rashid and Sheikh Maktoum Halls can each accommodate over 5,000 people, the Al Zaheyah Ballroom over 500 and the Za’abeel Hall an impressive 12,000. Each hall is designed using state-of-the-art technology and contemporary furnishing. Each year, the DICEC carries out over 100 global events, drawing in close to one million visitors as well as exhibitors from diverse nations and industries. Events held at the centre cover a broad range of industries including technology, food and beverage, health, fashion, luxury goods, art and design, consumer electronics, travel and tourism, transportation and education. Some of the services provided by the centre include organising exhibitions, facilities management, property leasing, providing event services, hospitality and F&B. Amongst the distinguished events that the DCIEC plays host to are the Arab Travel Market, the Dubai Motor and Air Shows, Gulfood, Big 5 and a variety of other world-class trade fairs, consumer events and international conferences. The establishment of the DICEC has certainly accelerated regional economic growth and trade since its inception, and has risen to compete with other major global events hosted in Europe, North America and Southeast Asia. The Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre is also within close proximity to the Dubai International Airport as well as a large number of beautiful hotels. Whether you are a serious exhibitor or simply a visitor, a luxurious hotel in Dubai is easy to find. Any Dubai hotel will offer you comfortable accommodation and access to the DICEC as well as many other attractions. The Raffles Dubai, UAE is one hotel that is just minutes away from the DICEC and is an exceptional choice for a business stay or a pleasure-filled holiday.
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